A view of the downtown riverfront during sunset, which produces an orange glow in Napa, California.

Photo courtesy of Visit Napa Valley

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Civics 47
Demographics 69
Economy 54
Education 55
Health 67
Housing 68
Infrastructure 55

#68. Napa, CA

Most people know Napa for the wineries and magnificent views that surround the city, but residents enjoy more than just the finer things in life, such as good schools, health care and diverse housing options. While the city contains a solid collection of tasting rooms and restaurants set amongst historic districts. The city offers a food composting program in addition to parks, gardens and a network of sidewalks.

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